Germany
Between 29 June and 30 November, a stay of more than 20 hours in eastern or southern Germany results in a 28-day deferral from blood donation. The deferral does not apply to plasma donation. The affected area covers the parts of Germany east and south of the Saarbrücken–Nuremberg–Rostock line, but does not include the cities of Saarbrücken, Nuremberg, Magdeburg or Rostock.
The blood donation restriction is due to the West Nile virus epidemic season, and the deferral period is calculated from the date of return to Finland.
At other times of the year, travel in Germany does not result in a separate restriction on blood donation.
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Last modified: 19.10.2026